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What does Gene Replacement Therapy mean in Duchenne (DMD)?

Gene Replacement Therapy is a Duchenne (DMD) treatment term, explained for patients, families, and caregivers.

Category: DMD Treatment and Therapeutic Approaches

Gene Replacement Therapy

A treatment approach that introduces genetic instructions intended to provide a functional version or portion of a missing protein. In DMD, gene replacement programs often use engineered microdystrophin because conventional delivery systems cannot easily accommodate the full-length DMD coding sequence.

Updated November 3, 2026

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